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High-altitude glacier skiing with vast terrain and village choice
Tignes offers one of the Alps’ most snow-sure ski experiences, with glacier terrain, high-altitude slopes and access to over 300km of pistes.
The resorts is divided into distinct villages, it combines lively ski hubs such as Tignes Val Claret and Tignes le Lac, peaceful family bases like Tignes 1800 and traditional alpine charm in Tignes les Brevières, all within the vast Tignes Val d'Isère ski area.
Tignes Quick Facts
- Ski area: Ski Resort Shadow Pages
- Lift pass: ££££
- No. of slopes: 0
- Green slopes: 0
- Blue slopes: 0
- Red slopes: 0
- Black slopes: 0
Access over 300km of varied, high-altitude skiing terrain
Glacier skiing ensures excellent snow conditions throughout the season
Four villages offering lively, family-friendly and traditional atmospheres
Outstanding intermediate terrain with long cruising runs across area
Excellent beginner progression with free lifts and structured zones
Strong après-ski, dining and activity offering across all villages
Eurotunnel LeShuttle
All our ski holidays packages include a return standard Eurotunnel LeShuttle crossing.
Ferry crossings
Ferry crossings can be arranged on request as an alternative travel option to our standard return Eurotunnel Le Shuttle crossing.
Private transfers
We can help you get from your arrival airport or train station to your resort.
Trains to the French Alps
Train travel to the French Alps is a convenient, low-stress alternative to flying or driving.
Eurotunnel LeShuttle
All our ski holidays packages include a return standard Eurotunnel LeShuttle crossing.
Ferry crossings
Ferry crossings can be arranged on request as an alternative travel option to our standard return Eurotunnel Le Shuttle crossing.
Private transfers
We can help you get from your arrival airport or train station to your resort.
Trains to the French Alps
Train travel to the French Alps is a convenient, low-stress alternative to flying or driving.
More Ski Services
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We pride ourselves on going the extra mile, from helping you navigate ski school options to offering tailored advice on the best resorts and accommodation.
Frequently asked questions about Tignes
What is Tignes like as a resort?
Multi-village resort with varied atmospheres from lively to peaceful
Purpose-built design prioritising skiing with sympathetic new development
Easy transport links with lifts and free shuttle buses throughout
Tignes is set high in the Haute Tarentaise valley. Geographically it's near the Italian border so you can see Italian peaks, but there is no link with Italy. Tignes le Lac is the central village of the resort. As the name suggests, it has a lake at its heart. In winter, this freezes and becomes a striking focal point, surrounded by sweeping slopes and dramatic peaks.
The resort is designed for efficiency and access, with everything oriented towards making skiing as seamless as possible. At the same time, the setting offers some of the most impressive scenery in the Alps.
Tignes is lively and sociable, especially in winter, with plenty of bars and energy in the main villages. At the same time, quieter bases offer a more relaxed alternative.
What's the difference between the different villages that make up Tignes?
Tignes is made up of several villages, each with its own identity. Tignes Val Claret is the highest and most ski-focused, with direct access to the glacier and a lively atmosphere. Tignes Le Lac sits at the centre, offering convenience, après-ski and the widest choice of shops and restaurants.
Tignes 1800 provides a smaller, quieter, modern base ideal for families. It's built around a reconstruction of the church that was in the original village of Tignes that was flooded to create a hydro-electric dam. Tignes les Brévières offers something completely different, a historic, picturesque village in a wooded valley with a relaxed pace and traditional feel.
You can enjoy calm evenings in Les Brévières or Tignes 1800, or head into Le Lac or Val Claret for a vibrant après-ski scene.
This variety makes it ideal for mixed groups and families. and allows guests to choose the atmosphere that suits them best while still skiing the same vast domain.
How would you sum up the skiing in Tignes?
Vast, well-linked ski area with fast and efficient lift network
High-altitude terrain and glacier skiing up to 3,456m
Outstanding variety from beginner zones to serious off-piste
What is Tignes like for beginners?
Tignes is excellent for beginners, with dedicated Ski Start zones across multiple villages. Free lifts (in Tignes Val Claret and Tignes le Lac) and magic carpets (in Tignes le Lac, 1800 and Val Claret) in clearly structured progression areas make learning easy and accessible.
Progression to gentle blue runs is reassuring as these are also marked as Ski Start zones so other skiers know to slow down and take care. With professional ESF instruction widely praised for its quality, progression is often quick and well-supported.
A unique highlight is the opportunity to ski at altitude early on, with wide blue runs, offering an introduction to the full mountain experience sooner than in many resorts. Two beautiful blue runs, both starting at 3,032m altitude (Génépy and Rabotch) enable novice skiers to enjoy a fabulous downhill run with an impressive 570m vertical drop.
